Dennis & Ellin Murphy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dennis & Ellin Murphy Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $533,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $510,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$533,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$510,000
- Assets$232,782
- New grantees77%
Giving in 2025 was up from $48,500 the year before.
77% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $65,000 | 27 | $712,818 |
| 2024 | $48,500 | 18 | $709,203 |
| 2025 | $533,500 | 13 | $232,782 |
How to apply
Dennis & Ellin Murphy Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Dennis & Ellin Murphy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 1 | $510,000 |
| Nebraska | 9 | $12,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame | Charitable | $510,000 |
| American Red Cross | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Marquette University | Charitbale | $5,000 |
| Sacred Heart Schools | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Servants of Mary | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Diocese of Venice | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Essential Pregnancy Services | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Foodbank of the Heartland | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Fred and Pamela Buffet Cancer Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Nebraska Public Media Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| ALS | Charitable | $500 |
| Presbyterian Church of the Cross | Charitable | $500 |
| St Cecilia Cathedral | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Dennis F Murphy
- Ellin Murphy
- Kathleen McMahon
- Dennis J Murphy
- Kevin J Murphy
Questions people ask
Does Dennis & Ellin Murphy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dennis & Ellin Murphy Foundation give?
$533,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Dennis & Ellin Murphy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dennis F Murphy (President), Ellin Murphy (Vice President), Kathleen McMahon (Secretary) and Dennis J Murphy (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Dennis & Ellin Murphy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.